Chapter 1278 - 1278: The Story of a Silver Needle

Huzi was pushed into the array, not yet realizing he was within it, but he understood that if he recklessly walked out, it might alert Liu Zixuan and Luo Xi to something. So, he didn't say anything further and cooperated by staying in place.

Liu Zixuan subtly changed the nature of the array, then swiftly jumped out of the deep pit with Luo Xi.

Daylight had broken, and the enemies who were originally hiding in the darkness were now much clearer to see.

Liu Zixuan, gripping Luo Xi's small hand, then spoke meaningfully, "Everyone, this game of hide-and-seek should be quite boring, don't you think?"

"Hahaha, good eyesight indeed, much better than those previous fools."

Two men emerged from their left front, both foreign Martial Artists.

One of them took two steps forward: "Kid, since you know we're ambushing here, stop with the nonsense and hand over the treasure, maybe I'll spare your life."

"Naturally, we can talk about the treasure, but it seems you're not very sincere!" Liu Zixuan laughed meaningfully.

"What do you mean?" The Martial Artist furrowed his brow and asked.

"Ambushed by so many people, and only you two came out." Liu Zixuan spread his hands, "What's this about? Are you afraid we'll run away?"

"Hmph! You think you can escape?"

As this voice fell, several figures appeared one after another around them.

However, upon calculation, Liu Zixuan noticed one person hadn't shown up yet—the one he found familiarly earlier on, whom he still sensed but couldn't pinpoint where he was hiding.

He raised his eyebrows and smiled, "Judging by your appearance, you're likely not from the same sect, perhaps not even the same country."

"Does that concern you?" A nearby Martial Artist taunted.

"Of course it does, 'cause your little master never kills nameless foes." Liu Zixuan glanced around, "A total of twelve people, judging by your aura, you belong to three sects, with four at the Innate Emperor Realm Third Heaven, six at the Innate Emperor Realm Second Heaven, one at the Innate Emperor Realm First Heaven, and finally, that one..."

Here, Liu Zixuan's gaze turned to the Martial Artist standing at the very front, who initially appeared to be at the Acquired Emperor Realm, but upon closer inspection, he noticed something different.

He paused his speech and smiled, "This one should be the strongest among you."

"You're probably blind!"

"He's the strongest? Just an Acquired Emperor Realm!"

The Martial Artists mocked derisively.

Liu Zixuan's mouth twitched slightly, casting a curious glance at the last Martial Artist.

Clearly, although they were standing together, ambushing Liu Zixuan, they didn't emerge from the same sect and hardly truly understood one another.

Considering Huzi's odd behavior, they must be a temporary alliance, not the highest of the strong but banding together to set such a trap.

This world isn't short of smart people, nor those accustomed to scheming.

These people allied here to set a trap with only one goal.

Anyone who comes here is sure to be passing through to the Northwest Region, and since everyone's been here for so long, they'd have gained some opportunities and treasures. They ambush here to steal those treasures from passersby.

This certainly carries the vibe of waiting at the tree for rabbits—in simple terms, they want gains without labor!

At this moment, the Martial Artist who was provoking them earlier revealed his weapon, "Kid, stop trying to stall for time, no one can save you today. Be smart and hand over the treasures quickly."

"You really want my treasure?" Liu Zixuan raised an eyebrow and asked teasingly.

"Of course, unless you want us to watch you two display your affection?" The Martial Artist cursed.

Without saying anything further, Liu Zixuan directly held Luo Xi's waist, kissed her fair cheek forcefully, showing love which isn't fitting for our Brother Zixuan's persona, and when showing, sprinkle a bit of dog food—for a greater thrill!

The Martial Artists stared wide-eyed at this scene, furious beyond measure, except for the one seemingly at the lowest realm, who was declared as the strongest by Liu Zixuan, showing a meaningful smile.

Liu Zixuan rummaged his pocket, pulled out an ordinary Silver Needle, and it was slightly rusted.

He waved it twice at them, "Looking for a treasure, aren't you? This is the best treasure I obtained from the relic."

"A needle?" Several Martial Artists, temporarily putting away their anger, asked in surprise.

Liu Zixuan cast them a contemptuous glance, "You're really ignorant, how could this simply be a needle?"

"Tell us, see if you can convince us, we might even offer you something without killing you!" The Martial Artist obviously showed some interest.

After all, Liu Zixuan really had the strongest acting skills in the Martial Realm! From his expressions to actions, he embellished the rusty Silver Needle into an unparalleled treasure!

Upon hearing this, Liu Zixuan smiled mysteriously, "Speaking of this Silver Needle, I've got a story to tell you!"

"Story?" Several Martial Artists paused.

"Indeed. Long ago, when Heaven and Earth first formed, two immortals fought and damaged the pillar between Heaven and Earth, called Buzhou Mountain. When Buzhou Mountain collapsed, the heavenly fire descended, causing chaos everywhere, and all life suffered greatly." Liu Zixuan suddenly raised his voice, "At this moment!"

The group indeed listened, as he spoke, one by one they focused and asked simultaneously, "What happened then?"

"The great Goddess Nüwa labored tirelessly to collect the Five-Colored Divine Stones, eventually sealing the gap in the sky." Liu Zixuan showed a highly admiring expression at this point, "Patching Heaven, truly patching Heaven, Goddess Nüwa was incredible!"

"Are you fooling us? What's this got to do with the Silver Needle?" One of the Martial Artists sensed something amiss, glaring angrily at Liu Zixuan and scolding.

Liu Zixuan waved his hand, "Let me finish." Actually, upon hearing this, Luo Xi beside him couldn't hold back anymore—this guy's bragging nature was acting up again!

"Back when patching Heaven wasn't entirely using up the Five-Colored Stones, one piece was left at a place called Huaguo Mountain. Over eons, that Five-Colored Stone nurtured a life—the legendary Great Sage Equal to Heaven, Sun Wukong!"

Suddenly changing his tone, Liu Zixuan continued, "He was truly powerful at the time, with nobody in Heaven and Earth he held in regard, and the Silver Needle in my hand is his once weapon—Ruyi Golden Cudgel!"

"Cudgel? Needle?" The Martial Artists discussed carefully, "How does it relate?"

"This Silver Needle, if needed to be large—large it becomes. If needed to be small—small it becomes." Liu Zixuan beckoned to the foremost Martial Artist, "Come here, I'll teach you how to use it..."